Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ERA22LA088

Atlantic Ocean, OF, TK

Aircraft #1

N743QS

BOMBARDIER INC BD-100-1A10

Analysis

According to the flight crew, while in cruise flight at flight level 400, the airplane experienced unexpected light clear air turbulence. The crew turned on the seat belt sign. The flight then encountered moderate turbulence as one of the passengers was returning to their seat from the lavatory. The passenger was seriously injured after falling and breaking some ribs.

Probable Cause and Findings

The airplane’s encounter with moderate clear air turbulence which resulted in a serious injury to one unrestrained passenger.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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